Volcanic Eruptions in 2023

Volcanic activity can be a hazard to life, but also provides a reminder that our dynamic planet is constantly reshaping itself.
Unrest at Anak Krakatau
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Unrest at Anak Krakatau

This small, unimposing volcano between the Indonesian islands of Java and Sumatra has a destructive past. 

Published Dec 4, 2023

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Volcanic Plume Billows From Klyuchevskoy
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Volcanic Plume Billows From Klyuchevskoy

Eurasia’s tallest active volcano spewed ash that drifted hundreds of kilometers.

Published Nov 3, 2023

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A Pair of Restless Volcanoes
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A Pair of Restless Volcanoes

Eruptions on Russia’s active Kamchatka Peninsula made for a dramatic display of steam, snow, and shadows.

Published Oct 20, 2023

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A Long View of Mount Etna
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A Long View of Mount Etna

Oblique photographs can provide a unique perspective on the planet’s topographic highs, including Europe’s most active volcano.

Published Oct 20, 2023

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